Sales Officer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Sales Officer roles attract H-1B visa and E-3 visa sponsorship when tied to a specialty occupation, typically requiring a degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Employers in financial services, tech, and manufacturing are the most active sponsors for this title. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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SMX is seeking an experienced Security Lead / ISSO to lead cybersecurity, compliance, continuous monitoring, and Authority to Operate (ATO) support for the ORR Learning Center, including its SAP SuccessFactors Learning platform and related cloud, identity, data, and system integrations. The Security Lead will work closely with Government cybersecurity teams, program management, technical personnel, and SAP/SAP NS2 to maintain the system's security posture and Federal authorization requirements.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the primary Security Lead/ISSO for the ORR Learning Center.
- Maintain and support the system's ATO and required security documentation.
- Implement and monitor NIST SP 800-53 security controls and supporting evidence.
- Coordinate continuous monitoring, vulnerability scanning, remediation, and reporting.
- Manage and track POA&Ms and corrective actions.
- Support Federal security assessments, audits, and FedRAMP-related requirements.
- Coordinate security activities with Government and SAP/SAP NS2 personnel.
- Review system and configuration changes for cybersecurity impact.
- Support identity and access management (IAM), privileged access, and role-based access controls.
- Support Zero Trust principles and security improvements.
- Coordinate incident response and security-event activities.
- Maintain security policies, procedures, compliance artifacts, and audit documentation.
- Ensure vulnerabilities and security findings are appropriately tracked through resolution.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Strong candidates should have experience with:
- Federal ISSO / cybersecurity compliance responsibilities.
- ATO lifecycle and authorization packages.
- NIST SP 800-53 controls.
- Continuous monitoring and vulnerability management.
- POA&M management and remediation.
- FedRAMP or Federal cloud security environments.
- Security assessments and audits.
- Identity and access management.
- Incident response and security-event coordination.
- Configuration and change-management security reviews.
- Security documentation, evidence, and compliance reporting.
KEY PERSONNEL REQUIREMENT
This is a Key Personnel position supporting a Federal Government procurement. The candidate's resume should clearly demonstrate relevant Federal cybersecurity, ISSO, ATO, NIST, and compliance experience.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $73.69-$76.58/hour W-2
SMX Services & Consulting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
SMX is seeking an experienced Security Lead / ISSO to lead cybersecurity, compliance, continuous monitoring, and Authority to Operate (ATO) support for the ORR Learning Center, including its SAP SuccessFactors Learning platform and related cloud, identity, data, and system integrations. The Security Lead will work closely with Government cybersecurity teams, program management, technical personnel, and SAP/SAP NS2 to maintain the system's security posture and Federal authorization requirements.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the primary Security Lead/ISSO for the ORR Learning Center.
- Maintain and support the system's ATO and required security documentation.
- Implement and monitor NIST SP 800-53 security controls and supporting evidence.
- Coordinate continuous monitoring, vulnerability scanning, remediation, and reporting.
- Manage and track POA&Ms and corrective actions.
- Support Federal security assessments, audits, and FedRAMP-related requirements.
- Coordinate security activities with Government and SAP/SAP NS2 personnel.
- Review system and configuration changes for cybersecurity impact.
- Support identity and access management (IAM), privileged access, and role-based access controls.
- Support Zero Trust principles and security improvements.
- Coordinate incident response and security-event activities.
- Maintain security policies, procedures, compliance artifacts, and audit documentation.
- Ensure vulnerabilities and security findings are appropriately tracked through resolution.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Strong candidates should have experience with:
- Federal ISSO / cybersecurity compliance responsibilities.
- ATO lifecycle and authorization packages.
- NIST SP 800-53 controls.
- Continuous monitoring and vulnerability management.
- POA&M management and remediation.
- FedRAMP or Federal cloud security environments.
- Security assessments and audits.
- Identity and access management.
- Incident response and security-event coordination.
- Configuration and change-management security reviews.
- Security documentation, evidence, and compliance reporting.
KEY PERSONNEL REQUIREMENT
This is a Key Personnel position supporting a Federal Government procurement. The candidate's resume should clearly demonstrate relevant Federal cybersecurity, ISSO, ATO, NIST, and compliance experience.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $73.69-$76.58/hour W-2
SMX Services & Consulting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Sales Officer Jobs
Frame your role as a specialty occupation
Visa sponsorship for Sales Officers hinges on proving the role requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Emphasize technical product knowledge, financial analysis, or industry-specific expertise that a generalist couldn't perform.
Target industries with consistent sponsorship history
Financial services, enterprise software, and medical devices sponsor Sales Officers far more reliably than retail or consumer goods. Employers in these sectors are accustomed to filing LCAs and H-1B petitions for client-facing technical roles.
Understand what your employer needs to file
Your employer must certify a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor before petitioning USCIS. The LCA confirms the offered wage meets prevailing wage levels for your location and occupation code, which for sales roles is typically SOC 41-3099.
Australian nationals should prioritize the E-3 visa
If you hold Australian citizenship, the E-3 visa is significantly easier to obtain than the H-1B. There is no lottery, the 10,500 annual cap has never been reached, and appointments are available at Australian consulates year-round.
Get your job description reviewed before applying
A vague job description like 'manage customer relationships' can sink a sponsorship petition. Ask hiring managers to confirm the role requires a specific degree field before you invest time in the application process with that employer.
Browse sponsors on Migrate Mate before cold outreach
Migrate Mate lists Sales Officer roles from employers who have indicated willingness to sponsor visas. Starting there saves time you'd otherwise spend screening companies whose HR teams will reject sponsorship requests before the first interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Sales Officer role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it depends heavily on how the role is defined. USCIS requires that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree. Sales Officer roles tied to financial products, enterprise software, or technical equipment have the strongest track record. Generic B2C sales roles without a degree requirement in a specific discipline are routinely denied.
What degree do I need for a sponsored Sales Officer position?
Most employers sponsoring Sales Officers require a bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, marketing, or a field directly related to the product or service being sold. For highly technical products, degrees in engineering or life sciences can strengthen the specialty occupation argument. A general arts degree is unlikely to support a successful petition unless paired with substantial documented work experience.
How do I find Sales Officer jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Sales Officer positions from employers who are open to sponsoring work visas, so you can filter for roles without spending hours screening companies that won't consider international candidates. Focusing on employers with prior H-1B visa or E-3 visa LCA filings on record significantly improves your odds of reaching the offer stage.
Are Sales Officer H-1B petitions commonly approved or denied?
Approval rates for Sales Officer petitions are lower than for engineering or software roles because USCIS scrutinizes whether the role genuinely requires a specific degree. Petitions supported by detailed job descriptions citing industry-specific knowledge, formal client reporting requirements, or regulatory compliance obligations tend to fare better. Working with an experienced immigration attorney to craft the petition is strongly advisable for this occupational category.
Can I switch to a different employer on an H-1B while working as a Sales Officer?
Yes, H-1B portability allows you to change employers while your status remains valid, provided the new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before your current employment ends. The new Sales Officer role must also qualify as a specialty occupation, so the same degree-requirement scrutiny applies. You can begin working for the new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed and a receipt notice is issued.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Sales Officer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.